I think the bottom 2 rows of the grid should be a dedicated keyboard for the currently selected synth, so you can play while you edit sounds and easily check what you’re currently controlling. it would be especially useful when editing the Perc synth.
What is the problem?
in synth mode the UI is a bit clunky. especially when using perc.
What should this feature achieve?
it would allow you to always be able to know what synth you’re on and be able to play it while you’re editing a patch.
Are there any workarounds?
engaging the vertical side keyboard, but imo that is not an enjoyable experience or user friendly layout.
This project file has a keyboard as you describe for MIDI Synth one created for the Finger Drumming beta. I would not recommend to load it unless you have finger drumming update installed. But you can press play, edit synths and use keyboard while you edit. MIDIpiano.zip (3.1 KB)